The project was focused on analysing and recommending operating models for implementing loading/unloading reservations through time slots. The objective was to minimise the wait times along the entire supply chain, which includes retailers distribution centres but also manufacturers warehouses.

Everyone knows retailers and manufacturers could improve their transport efficiency. But what is a realistic target? New research in the UK provides some useful benchmarks.

In the UK food industry, distribution vehicles spend just 28 per cent of their time actually running on the road and are empty on nearly 20 per cent of the distance travelled. Putting all journeys together, the average vehicle carries just over half its full potential load.Download the article

What are the main innovations in supply chain optimization process? What are the expectaions of consumers of logistic providers? Increase of collaborative efficiency - main target of suppliers, retailers and 3PL operators.